5 Reasons to Replace the Windows that Came with Your New Home

Moving to a new home can be an exciting yet tedious experience. With all that is going on, one thing many people overlook is whether it’s worth to replace the windows. This can lead to some unforeseen negative outcomes. Replacing windows can be similar to replacing your old phone; You don’t really notice how slow and inconvenient your old phone is until you start using a new one. It’s worth the investment to make a better home for you and your family. Here are a few reasons why.

Insulation

Windows let your heating/cooling escape, wasting the energy that you spend money for to use in your home. Studies show that up to 30% of your heating and cooling can escape through your windows. That’s money from your energy bill that you’re throwing out the window (almost literally). Modern windows provide better insulation, helping you to reduce the amount of energy that you will need to use, saving both the environment and your wallet.

Protection

More modern windows provide stronger protection from intruders, helping you feel more at ease. On top of that, in case of accidents, modern glass is designed to break into small pieces rather than shattering into large shards. This is also useful for those that live in areas that are more prone to extreme weather conditions.

Appeal

Windows constitute a good amount of your walls at home. Therefore they are a critical symbol of how your home is portrayed to others, and to yourself. Old windows degrade an appeal of the house and can make it seem run down. This can not only give a negative impression to others, but also to you; the person living in the house. New windows provide more modern design, cleanliness, as well as increasing the aesthetic of your home from both outside and inside – which could translate to a more positive feeling around your home.

Age

Windows that are only cleaned but not upgraded are just delaying the inevitable. Like sweeping dust under the rug. Older windows will require you to clean more often, which will mean that you will eventually spend more time and more money doing the extra chore of cleaning your windows. Newer windows are not only easier to clean, but also require cleaning less often. And eventually, you will spend time searching on the internet how to clean the grossest of windows, which would eventually lead you to here.

Comfort

Last, but certainly not least; comfort in your new home. New windows assist with noise reduction. This is particularly significant if you live on a busy street. They also provide more natural lighting while also offering better UV protection, which protects your furniture from fade, but more importantly, it keeps you and your loved ones safe from UV rays.

A new home is not something you quickly pick up at the store, details and effort matter. It’ll be a wise decision to replace your windows to better enjoy your new place and truly turn it from a house to a home. If you’re looking to replace the windows in your home, contact us!